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Children that speak english and spanish have a hard time communicating with one another and having computers in the classroom can bridge that gap among the two. It can increase the demand for verbal exchange. The students did a excersise with one another to find out if there was any advancement in the learning ability between the two. The computer also allows students to become active learners in a one-on-one environment. Computers can incorporate various learning strategies as well as accommodate a variety of learning styles. Computers, however can increase the interest level for older students while keeping the text simple and easy to read. Another benefit of using computers for reading instruction is that the computer offers immediate feedback on performance. They also can provide added practice when necessary. According to Case and Truscott (1999), students have been able to improve their sight word vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Computer based reading instruction also allows for “increased interaction with texts, attention to individual needs, and increased independence through an ability to read texts they would not otherwise be able to read” (Case & Truscott, 1999).

The author of this text I found in the GVSU database under the WilsonSelect database. The author of the article is Timothy Green. The title of the article is Using Technology To Help English Language Students Develop Language Skills: A Home and School Connection. The source of the article is Multicultural Education 13 no2 56-9 Wint 2005